The abortion pill, also known as medical abortion, comes with side effects and serious risks to your health. Two side effects every woman experiences during a medical abortion are vaginal bleeding and abdominal cramping because that’s how the drugs work to end a pregnancy.
Keep reading to learn all the physical side effects that come with this abortion decision.
If you’re still on the fence about taking the abortion pill, get clarity about the risks and confirm your pregnancy details at Dove Medical today. We offer pregnancy services and options information free of charge so you can make an informed decision.
The Side Effects & Risks of The Abortion Pill
The abortion pill consists of two different abortion drugs, mifepristone and misoprostol, that work to terminate an existing pregnancy.
There are side effects of a medical abortion to consider. The Mayo Clinic shares the following in addition to vaginal bleeding and abdominal cramping:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Fever
- Chills
- Diarrhea
- Headache
There are also potential physical risks of taking the abortion pill, including the following:
- An incomplete abortion (which may result in needing a surgical procedure)
- An ongoing pregnancy if the procedure doesn’t work
- Heavy and prolonged bleeding
- Infection
- Fever
- Digestive symptoms such as an upset stomach
Before Moving Forward with an Abortion
It’s essential to fully understand your pregnancy details before choosing any type of abortion. Safeguard your health by confirming your pregnancy with lab-quality pregnancy testing and an ultrasound to alert you of any potential complications.
Schedule a free appointment today to learn more about your options. Knowing more about the abortion process and how it could affect your future is vital.
Dove Medical offers pregnancy diagnosis, decision coaching, and accurate information about all pregnancy options; however, we do not refer for or perform abortion services, including the abortion pill.
This post is for educational and information purposes only and does not substitute the advice of a Healthcare Professional.
All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.